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Creamy One-Pot Beef Pasta Recipe – Easy Garlic Butter Dinner

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This creamy one-pot beef pasta features tender ground beef, garlic butter, and a rich, velvety sauce that clings to every noodle. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that comes together quickly with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean recommended)
  • 12 oz short pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 1/2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (start with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Grate the parmesan cheese and measure out all other ingredients.
  2. Heat a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high. Add ground beef, crumble, and cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed, leaving a little for flavor. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Stir until fragrant and softened, about 2–3 minutes. Lower heat if garlic browns too quickly.
  4. Push beef and onions to one side. Add butter to the empty space, let it melt, then mix everything together.
  5. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Stir and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in pasta and Italian seasoning. Make sure all noodles are submerged. Cover and simmer over medium-low, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking. Cook for 12–15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
  7. Once pasta is cooked and sauce has thickened, stir in parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is creamy. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot straight from the pot.

Notes

Use gluten-free pasta for a GF version. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream and vegan parmesan. Add veggies like spinach or peas for extra nutrition. Stir often to prevent sticking, and adjust sauce thickness with extra broth or cream as needed. Leftovers taste even better the next day; add a splash of milk or broth when reheating.

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